National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “With high pressure across the region and light northerly winds, the hazy/smoky skies will stick around for much of today. Most locations are in an Air Quality Alert. A more stormy pattern returns on Friday into the weekend. ”
“Today: Widespread haze. Areas of smoke. Sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.”
It’s been 11 years since the derecho wreaked havoc on our region, knocking out power and water for residents in our region for days.
The storm blew through on June 29, 2012.
Insidenova.com: “Down just two votes, Maria Martin announced Tuesday she intends to request a recount in the Republican primary for the District 29 State Senate seat, even as opponent Nikki Rattray Baldwin declared victory in the contest.”
Air Quality Alert: COG forecasts Code Red air quality for the DC region tomorrow, Thursday, June 29, due to smoke from wildfires in Canada.
Hillary Clinton posted to Twitter today, urging Democrats to organize and flip three seats in the House of Delegates.
The former First Lady reminded her followers that Democrats only need three seats to regain control of Virginia’s House of Delegates.
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “With a shift to northwesterly winds behind the cold front, it will also bring the return of haze and smoke to the skies. An Air Quality Alert is in place today for all of MD, the DC metro, and portions of northern VA into the northern Shenandoah Valley.”
“Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Northwest wind 7 to 9 mph.”
Stafford County Public Schools: “Stafford County public schools are again partnering with Giant Food on a program to help support children facing food insecurity. From June 16 through July 27, 2023, Giant Food patrons may “ROUND UP AT THE REGISTER” their grocery purchase.”
“These donations provide another opportunity for us to support our families, and we are thankful for this important partnership.” said Stafford Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor.
Virginia Department of Transportation: “School’s out for summer, and it’s time to hit the road to favorite holiday destinations. To keep travelers focused on the Fourth of July fun-in-the-sun and fireworks instead of traffic, the Virginia Department of Transportation will be suspending most highway work zones and lifting most lane closures on interstates and other major roads in Virginia from noon on Monday, July 3, until noon on Wednesday, July 5.”
The Center Square: “With his Republican opponent still to be determined, Democratic Sen. Jeremy McPike is a winner in Virginia’s District 29, accepting a concession on Sunday from Del. Elizabeth Guzman.”
“The Republican race from last Tuesday remains too close to call. In the most recent announced tabulation, only two votes separate candidates Nikki Rattray Baldwin, the leader, and Maria Martin.”
The COG provides air quality forecasts and educates the public about actions that can be taken to reduce pollution and health risks in the metropolitan Washington area.
”Smoke coming from wildfires in Canada will contribute to the increased levels of fine particle pollution. The Code Orange levels mean the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups, including older adults, children, and people with heart or lung disease.”
